THEATER
OF CHEMISTRY, original: "Theatrum Chimicum," a common Latin title for collections of alchemical texts.
Or
THE OPENED DOOR
to the
Chemical Secrets. The original Dutch "Verborgentheden" refers to hidden knowledge, mysteries, or arcana of the alchemical craft.
Unlocked
By the most famous Authors, who on Chemical matters
have labored and written. With great diligence
collected together by a Lover of Chemistry.
Such as Schröder, Angelo Sala, Rolfinck, Le Febure, Croll,
Charras, Beguinus, as well as many other contemporary Writers.
With a continuation on the Chemical Secrets concern-
ing the transformation and improvement of Metals and Precious Stones.
This refers to alchemical transmutation and the creation of synthetic or "perfected" gemstones.
By the Knight original: "Ridder," referring to his title as Sir. K. DIGBY.
A circular decorative woodcut featuring a complex, symmetrical interlacing knot pattern or strapwork, surrounded by leafy scrollwork flourishes.
At Amsterdam, by JAN ten HOORN Bookseller
across from the Old Gentlemen's Lodging, 1693.